Senior Buyer
HybridAustin, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Maintain US supply chain operations by identifying, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and quality standards. Create and manage purchase orders while monitoring inventory movements and warehouse balances to maintain optimal stock levels and timely replenishment. Process stock operations for the R&D team and oversee logistics, including transportation and delivery coordination between locations. Ensure accurate asset accounting and data management within the ERP system while monitoring supplier performance and contractual compliance. This hybrid role in Austin reports to the Head of Procurement, supporting occasional EU operations within a defense tech environment.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in procurement (3+ years) and supply chain
- Experience managing procurement within the US
- Understanding of stock control and inventory management principles
- Good negotiation and vendor management skills
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills
- Strong communication skills
- English – professional working proficiency
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in tech / electronics / hardware procurement
- Knowledge of US import/export regulations
- Experience in logistics
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